Celebrating the Great Marsh and Its Watersheds Oct, 05

Family-friendly event, co-hosted by Greenbelt and Marine Biological Laboratory, celebrating the Great Marsh as a local treasure and displaying research findings about the Great Marsh and its connection to its watersheds.
Hands-on kids' activities, and posters & short talk at 2:00 about MBL's research. Event is free, with food and drink available for purchase from local vendors. 

WHERE: Marine Biological Laboratory 
Marshview Farm Field Station, 297 Newbury Turnpike, Newbury, MA

WHEN: Saturday, October 5, noon-4:00 pm

with a short talk about MBL's research at 2:00 pm

Climate Change - Taking Action with Modern Mapping Techniques Oct, 06

An exhibit by Salem State professor Stephen Young and graduate students showing how modern mapping techniques show patterns that inform scientists studying climate change. Join us to visualize what the latest data say about the future of the Cape Ann coast. 

WHEN: Sunday, October 6
2:00 Refreshments
2:30 Presentation
3:00-5:00 Exhibit open to the public

WHERE: Cox Reservation Studio Barn
82 Eastern Ave., Essex

Member Event - Full Moon Hike Oct, 12

Venture onto the trails for a peaceful moonlit hike with friends, then meet up with the whole group at Brewery Silvaticus.

WHEN: Saturday, October 12, 6:30-7:30 pm hike, 7:45-? brews

WHERE: Whittier Hill Reservation, Amesbury
Then, Brewery Silvaticus (downtown Amesbury)

Hike is Free; Don't forget your ID for the brewery

Look for your member-only events code in your email or mailbox! If you would like to become a member (or have questions about your membership status), give Alexandra a call at 978-768-7241, ext. 10.

You can also become a member by visiting https://ecga.org/Membership

*Photo: Jerry Monkman/ecophotography.com

Chebacco Woods Walk Oct, 17

Discover this local treasure while enjoying the autumn scenery. FREE.

WHERE: Chebacco Woods, Hamilton/Wenham

WHEN:Thursday, October 17, 2019. 9:30 am - 11:30 am. 

Marsh and Island Tour Oct, 27

Tide pool, marsh and island tour - explore tide pools and observe marsh birds with Mass Audubon's Robert Buchsbaum. FREE. Monthly Walk.

WHERE: Rough Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary & Sawyer's Island, Rowley

WHEN: Sunday, October 27, 2019. 1:00 - 3:00 pm. 

Forest Frolic Nov, 21

Hike among the pines and ferns that fill the forest surrounding the Skug River. FREE. In conjunction with Andover Village Improvement Society. 

WHERE: Skug River Reservation, Andover
WHEN: Thursday, November 21, 2019. 9:30 am - 11:30 am.

Waldingfield Walk Nov, 24

Uncover local history as we explore the life and lands of Julia Bird. FREE. Monthy Walk. 

WHERE: Julia Bird Reservation, Ipswich
WHEN: Sunday, November 24, 2019. 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm.

Peaceful Fields Walk Dec, 19

Greenbelt's own Chris LaPointe guides this peaceful walk with a spectacular view. FREE.

WHERE: Donovan Reservation/Sagamore Hill Conservation Area, Hamilton

WHEN: Thursday, December 19, 2019. 9:30 am - 11:30 am.

Mutt Strut Dec, 29

Back by popular demand! Whether on four paws or two feet, this hike is fun for all participants. FREE. Monthly Walk.

WHERE: Tompson Street Reservation, Gloucester
WHEN: Sunday, December 29, 2019. 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm.